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This resolution recognizes February 13, 2025, as Lupus Advocacy Day at the Georgia state capitol, highlighting the significant impact of lupus, an autoimmune disease that affects approximately 1.5 million Americans, including 55,000 Georgians. The resolution provides context about lupus, describing it as a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition that can damage multiple organ systems, including the skin, lungs, heart, kidneys, and brain. It emphasizes that lupus primarily affects young women but can impact people of all ages and genders, and notes the devastating physical, financial, and emotional toll the disease takes on families. The resolution commends the Lupus Foundation of America for its efforts to find a cure, provide support services, and raise awareness, particularly highlighting that 90 percent of funds raised by the Georgia Chapter remain in the state. Additionally, the resolution references the Georgia Council on Lupus Education and Advocacy, established in 2014, which developed a statewide action plan to increase knowledge, educate healthcare providers and consumers, and address health disparities. The document formally recognizes the work of lupus support organizations and directs the Senate Secretary to distribute a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70082